Effectiveness of Mindfulness based Stress Reduction (MBSR) on Stress and Anxiety among Elderly Residing in Residential Homes Kumar Sasi1,*, Adiga Kasturi Ramesh2, George Anice3 1Professor, Vydehi Institute of Nursing Science and Research Centre, Bangalore, Karnataka 2Principal, Manipal School of Nursing, Manipal University, Manipal, Karnataka 3Dean& Director of Nursing Education, Manipal College of Nursing, Manipal University, Manipal, Karnataka *Corresponding author: Sasikumar S, Professor, Vydehi Institute of Nursing Sciences and Research Centre, 82, E.P.I.P Area, Whitefield, Bangalore-560066, Karnataka. Mob: +919620410946. Email: sashwya@rediffmail.com
Online published on 24 September, 2014. Abstract With the increasing life expectancy stress and anxiety is a public health issue worldwide. It also associated with morbidity as well as disability among the elderly. Screening the elderly for stress and anxiety is mandatory to improve their quality of life. Mindfulness meditation is a powerful tool to help seniors successfully manage the physical and psychological challenges of aging in a manner that reduces stress and anxiety and promotes health related quality of life. The present study was conducted among elderly residing in residential homes, Bangalore, to assess the effectiveness of Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) on stress and anxiety. An evaluative approach with a quasi experimental research design was used. There were two groups in the study each group consisting of 30 samples, selected by non-probability convenience sampling technique. Experimental group participants were provided intervention on Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR). The study findings shows that there was significant reduction in stress (p<0.001) and anxiety (p<0.001) among elderly in the experimental group who received Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction. Top Keywords Effectiveness, Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction, Stress, Anxiety, and Elderly. Top |